It can seek to direct practice in terms of such critical self - understanding and to engage in theoretical reflection which is needed for the improved direction of practice. (religion-online.org)
A self - directed practice allows a woman to be with what is — physically, mentally, and emotionally. (yogauonline.com)
Three areas are pivotal to achieving that end: (i) early access to programs that serve children age 0 - 3; (ii) working with parents (direct practice of skills and intensive home visiting); and (iii) high quality programs entailing teacher - child interactions that promote higher - order thinking skills, low teacher to child ratios, and ongoing job - embedded professional development. (brookings.edu)